
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Salishan Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $900 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Salishan area of Tacoma.


AV Lofts

Ellis Apartments

2107 S Ainsworth Ave

Rainier Gardens Aparments

iStudios

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3318 S Chandler St

2330 Yakima Ct
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Alder Court Apartments

4319 S Alder

3734 S M St

Garden Villa Apartments

Cedar Place

2330 Yakima Ct

2330 Yakima Ct

2330 Yakima Ct
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1925 S I St

4016 S Puget Sound Ave

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VUE25

2330 Yakima Ct

2330 Yakima Ct

Bay Terrace

4312 S Puget Sound Ave

Allenmore Brownstones
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Christine Apartments

1953 S I St

Yakima Apartments

9 Clark Pl

South Warner St

Villas at Lawrence

The Camden

Cabana Court
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Salishan, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salishan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salishan Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $1,145 | $1,545 |
| Salishan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $999 | $1,925 |
| Salishan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $1,197 | $2,395 |
| Salishan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $2,200 | $4,327 |
| Salishan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $2,850 | $2,995 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Salishan Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available Salishan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salishan area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vintage at Tacoma priced from $999. AV Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here are the most affordable Salishan apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage at Tacoma | One Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| AV Lofts | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Ellis Apartments | Studio - 287 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Christine Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| iStudios | NEW Style F | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Alder Court Apartments | Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| South Warner St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Villas at Lawrence | One Bedroom Economy | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| The Camden | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salishan, WA
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salishan area is the $1.47 price per square foot S 43rd TH 2x2.5 Model at S 43rd Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Salishan apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at City View Townhomes starting at $2,395 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salishan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| S 43rd Townhomes | S 43rd TH 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| City View Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Pine Street Townhomes | 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | 4BR,3BA | $2.14 |
| Warner II | 3/3.50 | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.63 |
| Allenmore Brownstones | Allenmore Brownstones - 2329... | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
| Paddington Place | Type J | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 2412 S I St, Unit 2 | 2412 S I St | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Christine Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Vintage at Tacoma | One Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSalishan, Tacoma, WA
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salishan Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Salishan?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salishan is under $1,420.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salishan?
The cheapest apartment in Salishan is Vintage at Tacoma which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Salishan costs $3,176.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salishan?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Salishan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.